Southern Army Commander Lieutenant Dhiraj Seth has met Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis in Mumbai and held discussions on issues of mutual interest. In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Defence said that the meeting witnessed discussion on several relevant and wide-ranging issues of mutual interest, such as civil-defence cooperation, internal security, veteran welfare, and disaster response. Both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to enhancing coordination and preparedness for the overall safety, welfare, and resilience of the state.

It further said that the interaction is a testament to the Indian Army’s steadfast commitment towards fostering robust military-civil synergy across all domains of engagement, ensuring seamless cooperation in the service of the people of Maharashtra